Serving 156 students in grades 6-8, South Central Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Central Junior High School's student population of 156 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
South Central Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Central Junior High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central Junior High School's ranking?
South Central Junior High School is ranked #1843 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are South Central Junior High School often compared to?
South Central Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Vernon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend South Central Junior High School?
156 students attend South Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Central Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Central Junior High School?
South Central Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Central Junior High School offer ?
South Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Central Junior High School part of?
South Central Junior High School is part of South Central Local School District.
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